Clarence J. Theoret

October 17, 2013

He was born on Dec. 19, 1924, in Escanaba, son of Mose and Leah (Gareau) Theoret. Clarence was raised in Flat Rock and graduated from Escanaba High School in 1944. He attended Cloverland College.

Clarence served in the U.S. Army from 1946 until his honorable discharge in 1948. He earned a World War II Victory Medal and an Army of Occupation Medal Japan.

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Clarence J. Theoret

On May 20, 1950, Clarence married Phyllis G. Porath at Holy Family Church in Flat Rock.

He was employed at Mead Paper as storeroom clerk until his retirement in 1992.

Clarence enjoyed cutting wood, being on his tractor and gardening, working on cars, playing cards and participating in his church smear league. He loved being with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Clarence was a member of Holy Family Church and was a dedicated Knights of Columbus 3rd and 4th Degree member, participating in the Knights of Columbus Rosary and Honor Guard.